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Port gets spanked over Manganese Ore trucks ‘throttling the cities growth’

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At the launch of the Campanile on 15 August the various speakers speeches were constantly interrupted by the sound of heavy Manganese Ore laden vehicles as they 'crashed' over the traffic calming measures in place on Strand Street. Eventually the Executive Mayor 'digressed' from his prepared speech and spanked the Port of Port Elizabeth for 'throttling development' in the city. We assume that he knew that the Port of Port Elizabeth Port Manager, Rajesh Dana, was one of the dignitaries in attendance. The Mayor's comments come hot on the heels of a little Manganese Ore truck counting done by …

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King Williams Town news: Dealing With Poverty And Unemployment In South Africa

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Dealing With Poverty And Unemployment In South Africa: Heather: Where does it operate now? Greg: Initially Siyakholwa Development Foundation started in the Eastern Cape, which is about 45KM north-west of King William's Town. It's a rural community surrounded by 37 villages on the foothills of Anatoly Mountains. Source: "King Williams Town" - BingNews. South Africa: A Proposal to End Insecurity of Land Tenure in South Africa: The Deeds Office in King William's Town, which holds the records of the former Ciskeian quitrents, notes that upgrading has been limited. In the limited number of …

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Mthatha news: Suspects in court for murder of Mthatha Bishop

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Suspects in court for murder of Mthatha Bishop: Three suspects are due to appear in court in Mthatha on Thursday in connection with the murder of well-known Mthatha Bishop, Thembinkosi Fandaleki. The breakthrough came on Tuesday when police arrested the three, aged between 22 and 30 in Mthatha. Source: "Mthatha" - BingNews. Thabo Senong: Bafana will overcome challenges ahead of CHAN qualifier with Zambia: This brings to 10 the number of players who have now left camp after the 2-2 draw in East London last weekend – Menzi Masuku (Chippa United), Shane Thompson (Mthatha Bucks), Tshepo Mabua, …

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International Culture Fest to Rock the Bay

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The Nelson Mandela University Office for International Education is hosting the upcoming International Culture Fest on Saturday, 19 August from 11:00 – 15:00 at the Tramways Building in Baakens Valley, Port Elizabeth. The Fest forms part of the University’s annual International Diversity Week. The aim of this festival is to involve the Nelson Mandela Bay Community in the University’s cultural activities and showcase the University’s appreciation for diversity both on and off campus. It is also aimed at developing knowledge and awareness of different cultures in order to promote …

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Bhisho news: ATM bombers flee without loot

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Bhisho ATM bombers flee without loot: Eastern Cape Police have launched a manhunt for five heavily armed men who used explosives to blow up a row of First National Bank ATMs in Bhisho early yesterday. The police explosives unit, better known as the bomb squad, arrived and evacuated the bank ... Source: "Bhisho" - BingNews. GroundUp: A South African shame – children held in adult prison for 200 days without access to visitors: All the applicants had originally been sentenced to a period of compulsory residence at the Bhisho Child and Youth Care Centre. However, what the Centre for Child Law …

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PE in the news: Third Avenue dip to open at 10:00 as weather patterns change

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Third Avenue dip to open at 10:00 as weather patterns change: The dip area of Third Avenue, Newton Park (Port Elizabeth) will be opened at 10:00 this morning following a change in weather patterns, as advised by the South African Weather Services. Intermittent rain is still expected during the day with heavy showers ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Elton Jantjies wants the other Springboks to look good: It’s very rewarding to create a bit of room for the players next to me,” Jantjies said at a windy Kings Beach ahead of the Rugby Championship opener against Argentina in Port …

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There’s still a gap between consumer protection and sustainability in Africa

There's still a gap between consumer protection and sustainability in Africa: ShutterstockAcross the globe consumers are increasingly realising their power. In many countries this consumer consciousness, which marries consumer rights to sustainability issues, has been greatly helped by dynamic consumer protection policies. In Africa, the rise of the middle class is fuelling a consumer economy and countries have begun to beef up their consumer protection policies. But they tend to be disconnected from sustainability issues. South Africa, which leads the continent …

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Barcelona-Projek se Boardwalk-Uitstappie – Malabar Port Elizabeth

This image referencing 'Malabar Port Elizabeth' is courtesy of Flickr. Click on the name of the Flickr account holder below the photograph to see more images. Barcelona-Projek se Boardwalk-Uitstappie Image by Direkteur Begeleiding Die Barcelona Voedingsprojek in Malabar, Port Elizabeth, het ontstaan toe 'n lidmaat van Somerstrand kinders op straat raakgesien het. Toe hy vra waar hulle bly, was die antwoord: "In die bos". Hy het gaan kyk en saam met vriende besluit om iets aan die kinders se lot te doen. 'n Baie groot donasie skoene is bekom en teen R20 per paar aan huishulpe verkoop …

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Third Avenue Dip to be opened

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The dip area of Third Avenue, Newton Park (Port Elizabeth) will be opened at 10:00 this morning following a change in weather patterns, as advised by the South African Weather Services.The dip area of Third Avenue, Newton Park (Port Elizabeth) will be opened at 10:00 this morning following a change in weather patterns, as advised by the South African Weather Services.Intermittent rain is still expected during the day with heavy showers for a brief period later tonight.Motorists are still directed to use the necessary care. …

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